Very Good
#2177 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 23% in state
Jefferson Elementary
Elementary School · San Francisco Unified
1725 Irving St., San Francisco, CA 94122
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher
23.9:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#2,177 of 9,539
In San Francisco
#53 of 120
public schools
In district
#52 of 103
San Francisco Unified
Equity
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Jefferson Elementary
Jefferson Elementary is a public elementary school in San Francisco, CA, part of San Francisco Unified. Jefferson Elementary serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jefferson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #2,177 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Jefferson Elementary show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Jefferson Elementary runs 23.9:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Jefferson Elementary — Students at Jefferson Elementary score 59% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.1/10.
How Jefferson Elementary Compares
See how Jefferson Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1725 Irving St., San Francisco, CA 94122
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jefferson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lawton Alternative (rated 9.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Argonne Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, McCoppin (Frank) Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in San Francisco, see our San Francisco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WOODSIDE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.1 mi | — |
| ST ANNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Yu (Alice Fong) Elementary San Francisco | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Lycee Francais de San Francisco (Ortega) San Francisco | 0.8 mi | — |
| Argonne Elementary San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Independence High San Francisco | 0.7 mi | 9.1 |
| STRATFORD SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Lawton Alternative San Francisco | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| My City School San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
| BAIS MENACHEM YESHIVA DAY SCHOOL San Francisco | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Bais Menacham Yeshiva Day School San Francisco | 0.9 mi | — |
| Lincoln (Abraham) High San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| McCoppin (Frank) Elementary San Francisco | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL San Francisco | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Hoover (Herbert) Middle San Francisco | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| SAN FRANCISCO SCHOOLHOUSE San Francisco | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| St. John of San Francisco Orthodox Academy San Francisco | 1.3 mi | — |
| ST JOHN OF SAN FRANCISCO ORTHODOX ACADEMY San Francisco | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| BRIGHTWORKS San Francisco | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Washington (George) High San Francisco | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 94122 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$145,717
Median Home Value
$1,507,100
Median Rent
$2,720/mo
Population
57,369
College Educated
62.9%
Homeownership
48.7%
Avg Commute
32.1 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
42.2
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| Akira Yokomi Elementary Fresno, CA | 7.7 |
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| Aspire Firestone Academy Charter Oakland, CA | 7.7 |
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| Benchley/Weinberger Elementary San Diego, CA | 7.7 |
| Bowman Charter Auburn, CA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jefferson Elementary
What grades does Jefferson Elementary serve?
Jefferson Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Jefferson Elementary?
Jefferson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Jefferson Elementary is 23.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jefferson Elementary rank in CA?
Jefferson Elementary ranks #2,177 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Jefferson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Jefferson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Jefferson Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jefferson Elementary has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Jefferson Elementary a charter school?
No, Jefferson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jefferson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Jefferson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jefferson Elementary?
35.3% of students at Jefferson Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 502
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- San Francisco County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.9%
- Phone
- (415) 759-2821
Resources & Links
District
San Francisco Unified- District Enrollment
- 48,736
- Schools in District
- 113
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,909
- District Rank
- #52 of 103
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